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Government Decree (2022:3) on certain plastic products.

Country/Territory
Åland Islands (Finland)
Document type
Regulation
Date
2022
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Environment gen., Sea, Waste & hazardous substances
Keyword
Pollution control Marine pollution Packaging/labelling Use restrictions
Entry into force notes
This Decree enters into force on 1 February 2022.
Abstract

The present Government Decree contains provisions to prevent and reduce the impact of certain plastic products on the environment, in particular the aquatic environment, and on human health. It also aims at promoting the transition to a circular economy in Åland. Section 3 prohibits the placing on the market of the following plastic products: 1) Products containing oxo-degradable plastics; and 2) Single-use plastic products referred to in Annex 1 of this Decree. The Act further lays down packaging and labelling requirements for plastic products whose placing on the market is permitted.

Full text
Swedish
Website
www.regeringen.ax

References - Legislation

Implements

Directive (EU) 2019/904 of the European Parliament and of the Council on the reduction of the impact of certain plastic products on the environment.

Legislation | European Union | 2019

Keyword: Pollution control, Waste prevention, Waste management, Recycling/reuse, Polluter pays principle, Freshwater pollution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX